RN Ambulatory Surgery (PRN)

We are seeking a Perioperative/PACU Registered Nurse (RN), internally referred to as our Surgical Nurse or Operating Room RN, to join our team in the Ambulatory Surgery Center. As a Perioperative RN you should be empathetic and have good communication skills. We have a collaborative culture focused on positive outcomes, opportunities for professional growth and so much more.

Shift's Available: Days

Employment Type: Per Diem (PRN)

Hours: 8-hour shift: 7:00a - 3:00p

Location: St. Mary's Surgery Center, Blue Springs, MO

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

competitive compensation
• generous medical benefits plan
• sick leave accrual
• 401K
• collaborative work teams

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Responsible for the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in the peri-operative setting through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and older adults
• Coordinates the care of the patient with the surgeon and anesthesiologist, directs and guides the OR Technician and other personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing
• Communicates with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology
• Works with other departments to provide a continuum of care and co-workers to provide continuous, quality patient care, efficient patient flow and unit maintenance and organization
• Responsible for adherence to regulations, standards and hospital or unit policies and procedures
• Responsible for participation in Performance Improvement activities, unit meetings and in-services
• Educates patients and families about the surgical process and post-operative care.
• Acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Current and valid state RN License
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current
• Current PALS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current
• Minimum of one year previous Perioperative experience or on the job training

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) Certification (AORN)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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